Senior Real Estate Counsel

Posted 2025-03-14
Remote, USA Full-time Immediate Start

Your work days are brighter here. At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture. A culture which was driven by our value of putting our people first. And ever since, the happiness, development, and contribution of every Workmate is central to who we are. Our Workmates believe a healthy employee-centric, collaborative culture is the essential mix of ingredients for success in business. That?s why we look after our people, communities and the planet while still being profitable. Feel encouraged to shine, however that manifests: you don?t need to hide who you are. You can feel the energy and the passion, it's what makes us unique. Inspired to make a brighter work day for all and transform with us to the next stage of our growth journey? Bring your brightest version of you and have a brighter work day here. About the Team At Workday, the Legal & Regulatory Affairs team provides counsel to global clients on corporate, employment, vendor/supplier, marketing, ethics, and litigation matters. We collaborate closely with the broader Workday legal team and other cross-functional teams to support strategic growth initiatives, improve employee, partner and customer experience, and scale on our path to $10 billion in revenue. More specifically, the Inbound Legal Team partners with the Global Procurement Office and business clients to enable Workday to make timely, informed, and strategic decisions for the acquisition of resources. We?re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business of enterprise applications. We work hard, and we're serious about what we do. But we like to have a good time, too! Our employees are the core of our business and we are committed to cultivating a culture that VIBEs (values inclusion, belonging, and equity). Every employee plays a critical role in ensuring that Workday continues to be a welcoming environment where diverse people, experiences, and perspectives thrive! About the Role The Senior Real Estate Counsel will be Workday?s first dedicated real estate attorney and will be responsible for building out the Real Estate Legal program. They will partner closely with our Real Estate & Workplace organization on the design, construction, financing, development, and leasing of workspaces, and on other transaction related negotiations and agreements. The attorney will partner with Workday teams, including Real Estate & Workplace, Global Procurement, Finance, Environmental Health & Safety, and others to negotiate beneficial real estate deals across our global footprint. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional judgment and business savvy. They will be comfortable, effective, and persuasive in dealing with landlords, brokers, contractors, senior management, and business stakeholders, and will be an advocate for business growth, innovation, and efficiency to drive business success. Responsibilities will include: Represent and advise Workday clients on all types of commercial real estate transactions, including Workday?s Grangegorman development in Dublin, Ireland, office leases throughout North and South America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and Africa, and other construction projects in owned and leased spaces. Negotiate and draft real estate documents (HOTs, lease amendments, terminations, licenses, NDAs, MSAs, brokerage agreements, SNDAs, etc.) and advise on lease updates and deals. Conduct all necessary due diligence, including review of environmental site assessments, titles, CC&Rs, easements, etc. Develop internal resources, playbooks, trainings, and templates for enabling business leaders to make efficient decisions and move with speed. About You Basic Qualifications J.D. Degree (or foreign equivalent) and membership in at least 1 state bar 7+ years of experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or in-house/public sector legal department Additional Qualifications Excellent contract negotiation and drafting skills, comfortable and adept at teaming with leadership in fast paced customer facing transactions, preferably with enterprise software/SaaS experience. Ability to influence, advise, and advocate for the business? interests. Exceptional written and oral communication skills, enabling effective communication with legal and non-legal audiences. Exercises superior judgment and in tune with complex needs of the business to advise clients in an effective and creative manner. Cultivates internal and external relationships and leads project collaboration with cross-functional networks. Utilizes strategic focus, critical thinking and a problem solving approach. Proactively identifies and analyzes legal risks and exercises good judgment and effective techniques to reach solutions with little guidance. Manages legal projects using strong organizational and project management skills; uses best practices and lean principles for process improvements. Willingness to roll up your sleeves to drive creative solutions, build efficient processes and make sound decisions. Workday Pay Transparency Statement The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate?s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday?s comprehensive benefits, please click here. Primary Location: USA.CA.Pleasanton Primary Location Base Pay Range: $176,900 USD - $265,300 USD Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $147,200 USD - $265,300 USD Our Approach to Flexible Work With Flex Work, we?re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter. Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at Workday about our Employee Referral process! Join our talent community and receive the latest Workday news, content, and be first in line for new job opportunities. Join our Talent Community! Please visit this benefits site! Please visit the Contractor Positions at Workday page With Flex Work, we?re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter. At Workday, our employees have always been our number one Core Value. We understand that everyone has unique experiences and perspectives which is why our mission is to create a safe space where all people and ideas are welcomed. Our commitment to value inclusion, belonging, and equity (VIBE?) and creating a brighter workday for all is the cornerstone of all we do. Join us! Workday is a leading provider of enterprise cloud applications for finance and human resources. Founded in 2005, Workday delivers financial management, human capital management, and analytics applications designed for the world's largest companies, educational institutions, and government agencies. Organizations ranging from medium-sized businesses to Fortune 50 enterprises have selected Workday. Workday is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Workday are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Further, pursuant to applicable local ordinances, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us. You may view the Workday's Pay Transparency Policy, and Know Your Rights Notice, by clicking on their corresponding links. Workday is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, and others during our application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability or for religious reasons, contact us at [email protected].

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